the Japanese women deserve to win the world cup just for this choice in a boring sea of colour blocks
(they will win because they are fucking strong, of course)
I am absolutely shocked there's no joshi-soccer anime this season to cross-promote and swell the ranks what the hell is the JFA thinking?
But then I'm having trouble even thinking of a manga or anime from the past as well.
Hm.
Get the fuck on that, people.
Like, I usually can't give two shits about sports and wouldn't choose to watch for anything, but there's always exceptions - and this is one1 of them.
The team trust, the situational awareness and execution of linked play makes Nadeshiko Japan a joy to watch. They make this interesting.
also lol at commentators predicting Norway would be overwhelming on the offensive, I don't think the Norwegians have been able to leave their half for like 80% of the first half
hey uh anyone want to create a girls' soccer manga with me